Very Good
#2428 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 28% in state
Sanger Middle
Middle School · SANGER ISD
601 ELM ST, Sanger, TX 76266
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,428 of 8,552
In Sanger
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
SANGER ISD
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Sanger Middle
Sanger Middle is a public middle school in Sanger, TX, part of SANGER ISD. Sanger Middle serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanger Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,428 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sanger Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Sanger Middle — Students at Sanger Middle score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Sanger Middle Compares
See how Sanger Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
601 ELM ST, Sanger, TX 76266
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanger Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SANGER SIXTH GRADE CAMPUS (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is KRUM MIDDLE (rated 5.3/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Krum), a more accessible option. Additionally, VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE (rated 4.1/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Valley View), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sanger, see our Sanger schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINDA TUTT H S Sanger | 0.3 mi | — |
| CHISHOLM TRAIL EL Sanger | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SANGER SIXTH GRADE CAMPUS Sanger | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CLEAR CREEK INT Sanger | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| SANGER H S Sanger | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BUTTERFIELD EL Sanger | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| KRUM H S Krum | 7.2 mi | 6.6 |
| KRUM EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Krum | 7.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BLANCHE DODD EL Krum | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| KRUM MIDDLE Krum | 7.5 mi | 5.3 |
| DYER EL Krum | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| DENTON H S Denton | 7.8 mi | 6.8 |
| EMILIO & GUADALUPE GONZALEZ PRE-K CENTER Denton | 7.8 mi | 4.9 |
| THE LAGRONE ACADEMY Denton | 7.9 mi | 5.5 |
| VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE Valley View | 8.3 mi | 4.1 |
| VALLEY VIEW H S Valley View | 8.3 mi | 5.2 |
| VALLEY VIEW EL Valley View | 8.4 mi | 4.3 |
| NORTH TEXAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-NORTH CAMPUS Denton | 8.5 mi | 7.3 |
| EVERS PARK EL Denton | 8.4 mi | 5.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denton | 8.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76266 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,603
Median Home Value
$315,900
Median Rent
$1,345/mo
Population
18,246
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARGYLE 6TH GRADE CENTER Argyle, TX | 7.5 |
| DOROTHY THOMPSON MIDDLE Progreso, TX | 7.5 |
| JOSE J ALDERETE MIDDLE Canutillo, TX | 7.5 |
| TATUM MIDDLE Tatum, TX | 7.5 |
| VALLEY VIEW J H Pharr, TX | 7.5 |
| BRUCE J H Gilmer, TX | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanger Middle
What grades does Sanger Middle serve?
Sanger Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Sanger Middle?
Sanger Middle has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanger Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanger Middle is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanger Middle rank in TX?
Sanger Middle ranks #2,428 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sanger Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanger Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sanger Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanger Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sanger Middle a charter school?
No, Sanger Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanger Middle a Title I school?
No, Sanger Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanger Middle?
47.4% of students at Sanger Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Denton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.2%
- Phone
- (940) 458-7916
Resources & Links
District
SANGER ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,810
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,081
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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